One of my best business decisions was to eliminate all Yellow Page and print advertising and to just concentrate on my websites, Social Media and this new thing called YouTube.

Yellow Pages has gone from almost the only avenue for Locksmith companies to advertise on to the last place you now want to advertise.

“Yellow Pages is the Internet of the Old People” Homer Simpson

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Terry Whin-Yates is a 3rd Generation Locksmith with a BA (Hons) Criminology. He has 35+ years experience in the locksmith and security industry and is a locksmith trainer providing On-LIne and Hands-On locksmith training to individuals, locksport, groups, businesses and Law Enforcement Agencies across North America and Asia. Terry Whin-Yates‘ BC Security License is B4227.

Mr. Locksmith Locksmithing and Security Systems is looking for individuals with drive, determination and ambition to become part of our team of successful licensees. Prior locksmithing experience is an asset…but not necessary. Mr.Locksmith will train you in ALL aspects of running a successful business in our Professional Locksmithing College.

Mr. Locksmith and Mr. Prolock is the anti-franchise opportunity. So how does licensing differ from buying a franchise? Simply put, it’s a hassle-free, agreement with no costly monthly expenses, no binding corporate purchases, no residuals and no royalties paid back to the franchisor. All you have to pay is a low monthly fee for licensing and maintenance of your personalized website and social media presence. Think of it as financial freedom…without the fuss! And, Mr.Locksmith / Mr. Prolock is a proven, recession-resistant business!

A third-generation, internationally-renowned locksmith, Terry Whin-Yates is with you and your new enterprise 100% of the way! When you become a licensed Mr. Locksmith, you’re not working for FOR a company, you’re working WITH a team of helpful, expert professionals…whenever you need us. And, we’ll provide all of the comprehensive training you’ll need to get started and soon become a certified locksmith with Mr.Locksmith.

Gun Safe Recalled Over Lock Failure | Mr. Locksmith

A gun safe has been recalled because of a malfunction that allows it to be opened without a key or combination. The Alpha Guardian made this recall for the Stack-On Sentinel model safe.

According to the Consumer Product and Safety Commission, a bolt malfunction can cause the safe to open without the use of a key combination. That lock failure allows access to any firearms stored inside, posing a safety hazard.

The black steel safe has the name “Sentinel” on it. The Shipping packaging contained the style number FSS18-64-MB-E.

These safes were sold by Dick`s Sporting Goods stores nationwide from November 2018 to December 2018. Therefore, The U.S. Consumer Product Commission recalled the safes. Moreover, The recall was dues to an issue with safe`s locking mechanism.

Alpha Guardian has received one report of the safe opening without the use of a key or combination, which as a result, would mean someone could access the guns stored inside without authorization, the CPSC said.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission reported that Alpha Guardian has announced a recall on its Stack-On Gun Safes due to a possible bolt malfunction which could result in failure to lock and possible injury and said consumers should immediately stop using the safe and contact Alpha Guardian for information on receiving a replacement safe or a full refund.

The mishap causes the safe to open without a key or combination.

The Shipping packaging contained the style number FSS18-64-MB-E

Dick`s Sporting Goods stores nationwide sold the safe from November 2018 to December 2018 for $700.

Consumers are asked to stop using the safes immediately and contact Alpha Guardian at 833-255-9827, at dcsg@alphaguardian.com or online for a full refund or replacement

Name of product: Stack-On Sentinel gun safe.

Hazard: A bolt malfunction can cause thesafe to open without the use of a key or combination, allowing access to any firearms stored inside, posing an injury hazard.

Remedy: Refund, Replace

Recall date: March 21, 2019

Units: Approximately 1,250

Sentinel Gun Safe Recalled

Gun safe recalled

Terry Whin-Yates is a 3rd Generation Locksmith with a BA (Hons) Criminology. He has 35 years experience in the locksmith and security industry and is a locksmith trainer providing On-LIne and Hands-On locksmith training to people, businesses and Law Enforcement all across North America and Asia. Terry Whin-Yates‘ BC Security License is B4227.

For On-line and Hands-on Locksmith Training Dates and Cities near you for Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced Locksmithing as well as my Covert Methods of Entry, Non-destructive Methods of Entry and to purchase the Famous “Dumb Key Force Tool” that opens Smart Key locks in seconds go to Mr. Locksmith Training

Let us talk about three of the must have tools you have to have for your locksmith kit. Every one locksmith must have these three tools: Megapro set, Hex set, and the Tamperproof kit.

The Megapro set

The Megapro set – this is the original and inside it it has the flatheads, the Robinsons, the Phillips and some torques. That is absolutely fantastic. It’s a go-to tool. It’s always there, it’s got the tools.

The next one on my kit – the Hex set.

The Hex set

The Hex set – It’s got all the basic or the most popular sizes in it. You have to have this screwdriver if you’re a locksmith because so many times you’ve misplaced your Allen keys. This is, a must have, fantastic tool. Especially we’re getting a lot of European made locks out there. you still need complete Allen key sets, but you can just grab this and 90% of the time, if not more, this will do the trick.

The other one is the Tamperproof kit.

The Tamperproof set

Tamperproof kit – This is the MegaPro. What it is, it’s for taking out the tamper-proof screws. It’s got all the most popular tamperproofs and torques an dthe flatheads with the holes inside. It is really, really cool.

So these are the three must have tools for everybody. You gotta have these in your locksmith kit. The original MegaPro, it’s got the most popular screws you’re going to run across every single day. The Hex, because you’re running across a lot of these in locks now, more and more all the time, this will probably, used 90% of the time, you’ll still need an Allen key set but it does the trick. And the Tamperproof. This will do for taking out those one way screws that are flatheads and it’s got the special bit for taking out the one way flatheads. It’s got the hex with the hole in it and the torques with the hole in it. Must have tools for the locksmith. For a beginner or a pro, this is a lifesaver. Have a good day. I hope you enjoyed watching this video.

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Terry Whin-Yates Opens Sentry Safe in Seconds! | Mr. Locksmith™

This was just a fun video I, Terry Whin-Yates did for a presentation at a local business group. I opened a new locked Electronic Sentry Safe in seconds with a Rare Earth Magnet with 300 lbs of pull.

Since this video was first made Sentry Safe has made some modifications to the newer Electronic Sentry Safes to make it slightly more difficult to open but not by much. Also, lots of workarounds. Sentry Safe seems to make a good Fire Resistant box for the money but be aware of the security limitations.

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Terry Whin-Yates is a 3rd Generation Locksmith with a BA (Hons) Criminology. He has 35 years experience in the locksmith and security industry and is a locksmith trainer providing On-LIne and Hands-On locksmith training to people, businesses and Law Enforcement all across North America and Asia. Terry Whin-Yates‘ BC Security License is B4227.

Terry Whin-Yates Lishi KW5 PickI hope you enjoyed watching this video. Subscribe to my channel. Also, visit my website, and you can see what online locksmith training I have for beginners, intermediate, and advanced, as well as my covert methods of entry, and my non-destructive methods of entry. For further info and to sign up for my new On-LIne “How to Pick Locks” Course go to : http://mrlocksmithtraining.com/

NOTE: New On-Line How to Picks Lock is now available at Mr. Locksmith™

Terry Whin-Yates is a 3rd Generation Locksmith with a BA (Hons) Criminology. He has 35 years experience in the locksmith and security industry and is a locksmith trainer providing On-LIne and Hands-On locksmith training to people, businesses and Law Enforcement all across North America and Asia. Terry Whin-Yates‘ BC Security License is B4227. For On-line and Hands-on Locksmith Training Dates and Cities near you for Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced Locksmithing as well as my Covert Methods of Entry, Non-destructive Methods of Entry and to purchase the Famous “Dumb Key Force Tool” that opens Smart Key locks in seconds.

How to Pick Locks On-Line Course | Mr. Locksmith Blog

I will teach you how to rekey and pick locks like a Professional Locksmith.

This is an On-Line Locksmith Class covering basic to advanced Lock Picking Methods and Techniques. Learning how to pick open locks starts with learning the basic to advanced methods of lock picking. The locksmith student will learn the various methods of picking open a lock. I have been teaching locksmith, military, police, law enforcement and Fire Departments for over 30 years how to pick open deadbolts, key-in-knob, padlocks, filing cabinets and “pick resistant” and “pick proof” locks. The lock picking class will cover the basic methods are as “Rake,” “Feel” and “Rake and Feel” lock picking methods to advanced lock picking techniques to open locks with mushroom, spool, and spiral pins and how to use bump keys.

On-Line “How to Pick Locks” will cover and discuss:

Picking a lock

Opening a lock with no keys

Single pin picking, Feel Method, French Method

Raking, Jiggling, Bumping, Scrubbing

Can you lock even be picked?

High-Security Locks

Tubular, Ace, etc.

The lock has malfunctioned.

Reading Locks

Buying Picks

Making Picks

Electronic Picks

Pick Guns

Methods of Entry

Legal Issues

Tools

Preparation for Entry

Setup your own Lock Practice Boards

Automotive Lock Picking

Other Lock Bypass Methods

DAME (Defense Against Methods of Entry)

Rekey Key in Knobs

Shiming a lock

Other methods to Open a lock

Coming Soon!

*How to use the brand new Lishi Kwikset and Schlage picks!!!

Terry Whin-Yates is a 3rd Generation Locksmith with a BA (Hons) Criminology. He has 35 years experience in the locksmith and security industry and is a locksmith trainer providing On-LIne and Hands-On locksmith training to people, businesses and Law Enforcement all across North America and Asia. Terry Whin-Yates‘ BC Security License is B4227.

For On-line and Hands-on Locksmith Training Dates and Cities near you for Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced Locksmithing as well as my Covert Methods of Entry, Non-destructive Methods of Entry and to purchase the Famous “Dumb Key Force Tool” that opens Smart Key locks in seconds go to Mr. Locksmith Training http://mrlocksmithtraining.com/

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I am very happy to announce I have a new online course on how to pick locks. And it goes from the basic raking methods right up to the single pin picking or the field methods. So you can pick easily the Kwikset, the Weisers, the Schlage. You can learn how to do this.

I show you how to set up your practice pick boards using all the different picks. Also, I have all the newest electric pick guns.

I was just at Lishi, unveiling of the Kwikset Lishi picks. Those are going to be fantastic. They have a residential line that’s geared for Kwikset and Schlage, five and six pin.

The online course is good for locksmiths, Lock Sport, you get a good basic understanding here, and as well as we are going to be having more info for the police and the fire departments. I have been asked by a lot of fire departments to have more training for them.

This is going to be a great online course. I have over a dozen videos now. I have more videos being added to it all the time. So sign up now. I got a great introductory price for everybody. I look forward to hearing your comments.

I will teach you how to rekey and pick locks like a Professional Locksmith.

This is an On-Line Locksmith Class covering basic to advanced Lock Picking Methods and Techniques. Learning how to pick open locks starts with learning the basic to advanced methods of lock picking. The locksmith student will learn the various methods of picking open a lock. I have been teaching locksmith, military, police, law enforcement and Fire Departments for over 30 years how to pick open deadbolts, key-in-knob, padlocks, filing cabinets and “pick resistant” and “pick proof” locks. The lock picking class will cover the basic methods are as “Rake,” “Feel” and “Rake and Feel” lock picking methods to advanced lock picking techniques to open locks with mushroom, spool, and spiral pins and how to use bump keys.

I am very happy to announce I have a new online course on how to pick locks. And it goes from the basic raking methods right up to the single pin picking or the field methods. So you can pick easily the Kwikset, the Weisers, the Schlage. You can learn how to do this.

I show you how to set up your practice pick boards using all the different picks. Also, I have all the newest electric pick guns.

I was just at Lishi, unveiling of the Kwikset Lishi picks. Those are going to be fantastic. They have a residential line that’s geared for Kwikset and Schlage, five and six pin.

The online course is good for locksmiths, Lock Sport, you get a good basic understanding here, and as well as we are going to be having more info for the police and the fire departments. I have been asked by a lot of fire departments to have more training for them.

This is going to be a great online course. I have over a dozen videos now. I have more videos being added to it all the time. So sign up now. I got a great introductory price for everybody. I look forward to hearing your comments.

We cover every corner of Coquitlam with locksmith services. If you have an issue with your locks or keys, don’t wait any longer and call Mr. Locksmith Vancouver or book your appointment online now.

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Why choose Mr. Locksmith Coquitlam? Locked out? Need keys? If you need a lock change or a locks re-key, Mr. Locksmith is here to help you when you have a home security issue. We are your 24-hour emergency locksmith. Whether you need just new keys or a new high security deadbolt installed, we have you covered. There’s no such thing as a $15 or $25 locksmith. Don’t be scammed by unlicensed online scammer locksmiths. Our Mr. Locksmiths are BC licensed, bonded, and insured. Need professional locksmith advice? Call Mr. Locksmith now and book your appointment. We are available 24 hours a day. Our services include lock change services, home unlock services, 24-hour locksmith service, lock re-key services, master key systems, lock repaired. Lost your keys to your mailbox? We can make keys, high security lock installation, and much more.

We cover every corner of your city with locksmith services. If you have an issue with your locks or keys, don’t wait any longer and call Mr. Locksmith or book your appointment online now.

Mr. Locksmith Coquitlam is a locally owned and operated establishment. We provide professional locksmithing & security services in Coquitlam, Port Moody and Port Coquitlam. Mr. Locksmith offers round the clock locksmith services to Tri-Cities Residents. We are a family owned and operated business that has been running over 10 years and we have fleet trucks ready to assist you when you need us. You can talk to any of the locksmiths about your problem at any hour of the day or night.

Our emergency locksmiths are here 24 hours to solve your problem. Whether it is simply to get you into your house or car – or to repair or replace your locks – we’ll be there whether it is 3 in the afternoon or 3 in the morning!

We can help you with the following situations:

Lost your home keys – We will unlock your door and cut new keys.
Locked yourself out – We will let you back in.
Your home has been broken into – We will repair or replace your door and locks.
Cannot open you safe – We can open it in no time.Automotive Locksmith Coquitlam, Lost your car keys.
Locked keys in your car or trunk.
Residential locksmith services.
We offer a wide range of products and services to provide our customers with complete security and satisfaction guaranteed.

For On-line and Hands-on Locksmith Training Dates and Cities near you for Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced Locksmithing as well as my Covert Methods of Entry, Non-destructive Methods of Entry and to purchase the Famous “Dumb Key Force Tool” that opens Smart Key locks in seconds go to Mr. Locksmith Training http://mrlocksmithtraining.com/

Terry Whin-Yates President & CEO of Mr. Locksmith and Mr. Prolock Inc. and is a 3rd Generation Locksmith with over 25 years of Locksmith experience and has a BA (Honours) in Criminology from Simon Fraser University.

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Why choose Mr. Locksmith Port Moody? Locked out? Need keys? If you need a lock change or a locks re-key, Mr. Locksmith is here to help you when you have a home security issue. We are your 24-hour emergency locksmith. Whether you need just new keys or a new high security deadbolt installed, we have you covered. There’s no such thing as a $15 or $25 locksmith. Don’t be scammed by unlicensed online scammer locksmiths. Our Mr. Locksmiths are BC licensed, bonded, and insured. Need professional locksmith advice? Call Mr. Locksmith now and book your appointment. We are available 24 hours a day. Our services include lock change services, home unlock services, 24-hour locksmith service, lock re-key services, master key systems, lock repaired. Lost your keys to your mailbox? We can make keys, high security lock installation, and much more.

We cover every corner of your city with locksmith services. If you have an issue with your locks or keys, don’t wait any longer and call Mr. Locksmith Port Moody or book your appointment online now.
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For On-line and Hands-on Locksmith Training Dates and Cities near you for Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced Locksmithing as well as my Covert Methods of Entry, Non-destructive Methods of Entry and to purchase the Famous “Dumb Key Force Tool” that opens Smart Key locks in seconds go to Mr. Locksmith Training

Terry Whin-Yates is a 3rd Generation Locksmith with a BA (Hons) Criminology. He has 35 years experience in the locksmith and security industry and is a locksmith trainer providing locksmith training to people and businesses all across North America. Terry Whin-Yates‘ BC Security License is B4227.https://mrlocksmithvancouver.com/about-terry-whin-yates/

The Chali-Rosso Art Gallery on Saturday unveiled a $2.5 million Salvador Dali sculpture called Woman Aflame in downtown Vancouver.

The nearly four-metre tall bronze sculpture will be exhibited at the corner of West Hastings and Hornby Street until Sept. 1.

Dali was a prominent Spanish surrealist who created an expansive and multimedia collection that included paintings, film, sculpture, and photography. He died in 1989.

This sculpture unites two of Dalí’s obsessions: fire, and a female figure with drawers. The flames seem to have a life of their own, and represent the hidden intensity of unconscious desire, while the drawers represent the mystery of hidden secrets. This beautiful faceless woman symbolizes all women. For Dali, a woman’s mystery is her true beauty

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Why choose Mr. Locksmith Vancouver?

Locked Out? Need Keys? If you need a lock change or a lock re-key?

Mr. Locksmith Vancouver is here to help when you have a home security issue. We are here to help.

We are your 24 hour emergency locksmith. Whether you just need new keys, or need a new high security lock installed, we have you covered.

Our locksmiths are licensed, bonded and insured.

There’s no such thing as a $15 locksmith.

Need professional locksmith advice? Call Mr. Locksmith Vancouver now and book your appointment.

For On-line and Hands-on Locksmith Training Dates and Cities near you for Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced Locksmithing as well as my Covert Methods of Entry, Non-destructive Methods of Entry and to purchase the Famous “Dumb Key Force Tool” that opens Smart Key locks in seconds go to Mr. Locksmith Training

Abloy High Security Deadbolt Installed by Mr. Locksmith

THESE PRICES AVAILABLE ONLY UNTIL May 31, 2018. YOU MUST BOOK BEFORE THEN.

Mr. Locksmith Abloy High Security Deadbolt

Residents of Vancouver, you have spoken, we have listened. 90% of break-ins are preventable, including at your complex. We’ve put together some recommendations on security upgrades for your complex and for your individual units. The Taymor locks that were installed on your property during the building envelope renovation are not high security. They’re a $10 deadbolt. They are not bump resistant, nor pick resistant. Mr. Locksmith is the largest locksmith company in the Lower Mainland.

If you wish to book an appointment to improve the security of your home book online.

I am also willing to come to your Strata or Condo AGM or if the owners decide, a security meeting.

Be proactive, do not let a burglar break-in because of a low quality deadbolt installed on your front door.

I train Locksmiths, Military, Police and Government agencies convert and overt methods of entry. The one Deadbolt on the market that has “no known convert” methods of entry and what I consider not only “pick resistant” but “pick proof” is Abloy Protec 2 Deadbolts. Most thieves go for the front door instead of the back door, or the windows. They act like they’re going to buy something, then kick the door in.

Mr. Locksmith™ is an ABLOY® Protec Authorized Dealer

Abloy High Security Deadbolt

Abloy High Security Deadboltt front Door view

Abloy High Security Deadbolt front view

Abloy Deadbolt front view

Abloy Deadbolt Vancouver Special front view with Door Reinforcer

Abloy Deadbolt Vancouver Special front view with Door Reinforcer

18″ Strike Plate with 3″ screws to secure the plate to the frame and studs to prevent kick-ins.

Prepping the door for installation of an Abloy Deadbolt, Door Reinforcer and Strike Plate (Vancouver Special)

If I get locked out, I know that it will not be an easy job gaining access through my Abloy High Security Deadbolt Protec 2 deadbolt. Most deadbolts and High Security deadbolts can be drilled open is seconds or minutes. I know that I or anybody will be spending a lot of time, effort and money trying to destroy my Abloy deadbolt.

If you wish to book an appointment to improve the security of house or condo book online.

The face of the Abloy High Security Deadbolt has hardened steel and will chew up a dozen expensive drill bits I use to open safes.

Note: most safes are opened with one drill bit.

I have reinforced my door with a Mag Plate that doubles the strength of the door and I have reinforced the door frame with an 18″ strike with 4″ screws attaching it to the door frame making the door and frame more difficult to force or kick open.

Bottom Line: I want to protect my family, my home and my stuff and I sleep better and go to work or vacation knowing I have the best lock, ABLOY Protec 2 deadbolt installed on my doors.

We at Mr. Locksmith suggest Vancouver residents upgrade to an Abloy High Security Deadbolt deadbolt with the following.

There are Vancouver residents who are concerned with their security and have determined that they will require a high security lock. One of the reasons for this has to do with the problem of “Bump Keys” that have recently been highlighted in the news. A Bump Key is a device that works much like a lock pick. In addition, information regarding its construction and use is available to anyone online. As a matter of fact there are literally hundreds of videos detailing how to make and utilize a Bump Key on the Internet!

To make this situation even more serious, it doesn’t take any real level of expertise to use a Bump Key on your Taymor locks in Greenside Estates, since they are easier to use than a lock pick. Also, since a Bump Key resembles a normal key, law enforcers are less prone to noticing them, as opposed to lock picking tools. For this, and other reasons, bump-resistant and pick-resistant locks are in high demand. For locking systems of this nature, one of the most trusted names in deadbolts and other locking devices is Schlage.

Primus High-Security and Schlage B Series Locks

Schlage offers high-security Primus keys and cylinders and can also provide a 2nd milling that gives the advantage of a seamless integration with a current Schlage lock. This will also deter an unauthorized key replication by requiring an entry that is based on a pre-approved signer’s list.

The Schlage B600 Series is a commercial grade deadlock that is also exceptionally good for residential use especially in Greenside Estates, as well. This series of deadlocks possess bronze or solid brass cylinder collars along with an “ice-pick resistant” security shield. They also have ball bearings made of hardened steel, which are designed to protect their 2 heavy¼” mounting bolts against attacks that use a drill bit.

The entire B-Series (standard strikes) include a reinforcer that will attach to a wood frame with 2 heavy 3-inch screws. This design allows it to resist a kick-in attack. It will also resist cylinder wrenching due to its reinforced collars.

These locking systems can be used for more than just securing an entrance door. They are also perfect for protecting; storage facilities, pool gates, utility spaces and anywhere else where a high level of security is desired. The B600 series deadbolts can also be obtained with a choice of solid brass or bronze trim rings.

We were asked about how to protect your cars, sheds, and windows and patios.

I have the Top 10 security tips to secure your home during the holiday season.

1- Lock Your Doors

2- Lights, leave the TV on

3- Mail

4- Newspapers/Flyers, etc.

5- Alarms

6- CCTV

7- No Gifts seen from the street under the Christmas Tree

8- Lock your windows, doors, etc. all the time.

9- No Empty boxes outside showing off your new TV etc.

10- Facebook and Social Media

Bonus: Engrave everything, take pictures and serial numbers.

We get it, you are proud of your acquisitions and your possessions. There is no shame in that as you have worked hard to obtain all these items after all. However, remember a constant stream of boxes littered on obvious places in your house such as TV boxes scattered by the trash bin outside, online shopping shipments delivered to your homes, etc. is one way to get you noticed. Remember, robbers usually scout neighborhoods and mark potential homes as targets before committing a robbery and if you are constantly leaving traces of your purchases outside your home, you may be as well as pointing a big red arrow towards your house.

Leaving the Doors and Windows Unlocked
Over a third of burglars enter the house through the front door. After knocking to confirm no one is home, they’ll test the door to see if it’s unlocked. An alarming number of times they’ll discover they’ve hit the jackpot and walk right in. Keep your doors locked, even if you’re just running the kids to school or walking the dog. As a law enforcement officer, I took several reports of burglaries that occurred while the homeowner was right in the backyard playing with the kids. So don’t assume your presence will scare him away.

Lack of a Security System
When keeping your home safe, it’s important to leverage all your assets. This could be neighbors, proper gardening, and the police. But with cops on call several miles away, it’s unlikely that a law-abiding passerby will report a break-in. A security system can help automate this whole process for you, using censors to detect intrusion and reporting the incident to the security company, who can contact the proper authorities. You’ll need allies in your fight against burglars, and a security system is your Bat Signal.

Cars:

Realistically, cars will always get broken into if they are outside in your clusters or your visitor parking. Auto crime is huge in both Surrey and Langley. Because Greenside Estates does not have a garage, we suggest an alarm and a club to secure them. Do not leave valuables inside of your vehicle at any time.

Windows and Patios:

A Greenside Estates resident mentioned that her neighbours living was broken to enter the house. 3M break resistance film that’s also earthquake resistant will help prevent this. Do not leave your windows and patio door unattended. When leaving your property, close all of your windows and lock them. Unlocked doors and unlocked windows are an open invitation to thieves.

Sheds:

Many residents at Greenside Estates own sheds. Shed security depends on the door, but almost exactly the same protection as your front door (when properly secured). We would install a door blocker on your shed that would fit on the front of the shed deadbolt.

Mail Boxes:

Mr. Locksmith replaces and repairs mailboxes in most cases within 24 hours. There is no reason you need to replace everything. Be cost-effective. Contact us and we’ll give you a quote on fixing your mailroom fast, quick and easy.

If you wish to book an appointment to improve the security of your Vancouver home, call (604) 330-9915 or book online.

Terry Whin-Yates is the Founder, CEO & President of Mr. Locksmith email: tery@mrlocksmith.com